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Neuberger & Partners LLP —A Heritage Of Top-Quality Criminal Defence

Neuberger & Partners LLP is one of Canada’s high-profile criminal defence law firms. Based in Toronto, our lawyers have fought thousands of criminal cases throughout the GTA, Ontario, and in jurisdictions across Canada since 1993. We have represented both everyday individuals and high-profile clients. Yet, we treat each new case — from simple to complex — with the same dedication and seriousness.

Quality Is Our Foundation

From the start, our sole focus has been on providing high-calibre defence to clients facing charges of a criminal, quasi-criminal and regulatory nature. As law firms proliferated over the decades, our legal team has continued to maintain top-quality legal representation as the bedrock of our practice.

Behind every case, we see not only facts and law, but a life and a future at risk. Understanding the gravity of our clients’ situations, we take a sophisticated and comprehensive approach to defending their rights.

Backed by years of experience as trial lawyers, we have seen the tremendous value and tangible results that come from:

Detailed, up-front case preparation

Sharing of knowledge within our legal team

Collaboration with complementary professionals as expert witnesses

Thorough client and witness preparation

Recognized Leadership In Criminal Law

Over the years, our firm has built a solid reputation as a high-profile criminal defence law firm. Our founder, Joseph Neuberger holds a Masters of Law in Criminal Law and is one of the few lawyers to hold the designation as a Certified Specialist in Criminal Law by the Law Society of Upper Canada.

He is also a prolific writer, speaker and media figure. His perspectives and insights on criminal investigations are often sought in newspapers, radio, television and also by medical and teaching authorities.

He continues to dedicate his time, knowledge and experience to dispersing knowledge about criminal law and to advancing the cause of justice. The entire team at Neuberger & Partners LLP follow his leadership in providing high-quality legal representation to our clients.

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COVID-19 UPDATE

On behalf of Neuberger & Partners LLP posted in COVID-19 on Tuesday March 17, 2020.

At Neuberger and Partners, we are monitoring the COVID-19 situation and have implemented safety measures to ensure the safety of our clients and staff. Our priority is and always will be the health, well-being and safety of our staff, clients and colleagues.

We have put in place various measures to prevent and minimize the impact of COVID-19:

In addition to standard hand-washing habits, our staff are washing hands before and after every client interaction;

All individuals entering our office will be required to use our hand sanitizer to ensure the safety of our other clients and staff;

Regular disinfecting of our offices, public areas, meeting rooms and board rooms as well as increasing the frequency of disinfection of higher-traffic surface areas;

If a lawyer or client who has a scheduled meeting is feeling unwell, they will be strongly encouraged to stay home;

For the time being, we will avoid greeting clients and colleagues with our usual handshakes;

We will make every effort to ensure our firm will be stocked up with extra tissue and alcohol-based hand sanitizer; and

We will monitor and stay informed from the Government of Canada and World Health Organization for facts as they become available. We will ensure all staff and team members are educated on symptoms and are well informed on prevention and best practices.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Will the firm still run if there are closures?

We are committed to assisting our clients. We remain open to assist our clients at this time (following aforementioned standards for health and safety). For clients who wish to communicate with our firm virtually, we have the technology for virtual meetings and are able to respond to the needs of our clients in a manner best to protect our staff and clients’ health.

Are staff and lawyers set up to work virtually?

All lawyers and staff are set up to work virtually and continue to assist clients and one another remotely. All lawyers are available via telephone, email and virtual video conferencing.

What is the court situation? How will we deal with court closures?

At this time, the Superior Court of Justice is closed from March 17, 2020 to June 1, 2020 – unless a judge orders otherwise.
If you have a March matter, your matter will be postponed to June 2, 2020.
April matters will be postponed to June 3, 2020 and May matters will be pushed to June 4, 2020.

Similarly, the Ontario Court of Justice will be closed for 10 weeks for all out of custody matters in criminal practice court. In custody matters will still be addressed. It is unclear if out of custody matters such as trials or preliminary hearings will continue since the courts have left this decision to the discretion of the judges. However, Bail courts will remain open for the time being.

The Court of Appeal for Ontario has suspended all scheduled appeals until April 3, 2020. But we are still able to file materials and apply for urgent appeals to be heard.

We will advise clients by email of their next Court date.

How can payments be made?

Payments can be made via e-transfer and visa payments can be made over the phone.

If I have to deliver something to my lawyer, how shall I go about it?

For clients who wish to drop off documents but do not wish to come in contact with any one at the firm, you are encouraged to drop them off in our mail slot in front of our office.

We will be open and available for any questions, comments or concerns. Please call (416) 364-3111 for any further information.